Kabelo Makwane

Kabelo Makwane is the Country Director for Google South Africa, a role he assumed on 6 January 2025, where he leads the company’s strategy, operations, and partnerships to accelerate digital transformation and inclusive growth across the country. [T](https://technext24.com/2024/12/05/makwane-appointed-google-south-africa/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

With more than two decades of experience in the ICT and technology sector, he is known for building high-performing teams and scaling businesses at the intersection of cloud, data, AI, and enterprise transformation.

Before joining Google, Kabelo was Managing Executive for Cloud, Hosting and Security at Vodacom Business Africa. He previously held senior leadership roles at Accenture, including Managing Director for the Africa Global Unit within Accenture Operations and Managing Director for Cloud and Technology Consulting, where he built and expanded the cloud practice. Earlier in his career, he spent eight years at Microsoft, serving as Nigeria Country Managing Director and Public Sector Director for Microsoft South Africa. He also led Cisco’s Public Sector business in South Africa as Regional Manager, following earlier roles in managed services and consulting.